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Does Stress Impact Memory?

What has stress got to do with learning and memory?
Can stress help students?

Welcome to Week 2! What has stress got to do with learning and memory? Can stress help students?

Stress might not always be the enemy. Research shows that positive stress (eustress) can strengthen the immune system, enhance memory and learning, and improve decision-making skills.

Thoughtfully consider the following readings to understand the difference between good and bad stress.

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Learning and Memory: Understandings from Educational Neuroscience

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